Starting a business is exhilarating, but securing the right funding can be a significant challenge, especially for African entrepreneurs. Africa’s startup ecosystem is rich with innovation, but financial constraints such as limited investor networks, high interest rates, and inadequate financial …
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BongoHive Consult at the Chartered Institute of Customer Management Conference: Exploring the Intersection of AI and Customer Experience in Africa
BongoHive Consult had the honor of participating in the Chartered Institute of Customer Management (CICM) Conference, where our Executive Director, Lukonga Lindunda, led an insightful session titled “Where CX and AI Merge for Value Addition in Africa.” The session explored …
BongoHive at the #InterledgerSummit2024: A Discussion on Gender-Neutral Digital Public Infrastructure
On 26th October 2024, our Executive Director, Lukonga Lindunda, had the privilege of co-facilitating an insightful panel discussion at the #InterledgerSummit2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. Alongside experts Nandini Harihareswara, Rashmi Pillai, and Jaclyn Carlsen, the conversation centered around the …
Esineya T. Chilumbu: Empowering Zambian Agriculture Through Technology and Vision
BongoHive, in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank, is proud to present Esineya T. Chilumbu, a recent recipient of a $10,000 grant through the Standard Chartered Women in Tech Incubator Program. Now in its fourth cohort, this program supports female entrepreneurs …
Standard Chartered Women in Tech Cohort Shines on Millennium Radio’s Women’s Lounge
Over the past three weeks, the six winners of the Standard Chartered Women in Tech (WiT) Programme took the airwaves by storm on Millennium Radio’s newly launched show, Women’s Lounge. The radio show, which airs every Tuesday in partnership with …
Embracing Change: Dr. Kayanda Besa’s Journey from Startup Dreamer to Tech Trailblazer
In the vibrant heart of Lusaka, a groundbreaking venture is emerging in the educational landscape—Wila Wane Toys Books and More Store. Founded by the passionate Dr. Kayanda Besa, Wila Wane transcends the boundaries of a conventional retail space; it is …
Taonga Grace Banda Chizyuka Represents BongoHive at Inspire Africa Conference
From 15th to 18th October, Taonga Grace Banda Chizyuka, Manager – Innovation Consulting, BongoHive Consult, represented the organization as a distinguished panelist at the Inspire Africa Conference held in Lagos, Nigeria. This prestigious event brought together both local and international …
BongoHive Wins Innovation Hub of the Year at the 2024 Zambia E-Commerce Awards!
BongoHive is elated to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Innovation Hub of the Year title at the 2024 Zambia E-Commerce Awards. This recognition highlights our unwavering dedication to fostering e-commerce growth in Zambia, made possible by our …
BongoHive Empowers Local Farmers Through ICRAF_Z4ABC Project
BongoHive is excited to announce the successful completion of impactful training sessions conducted through the ICRAF_Z4ABC project in Vizimumba Village, Nyimba, and Katete. Under the leadership of Project Coordinator Misozi Chisenga and Junior Associate Eliezer Lungu, our dedicated team engaged …
ITC Group Coaching Sessions Kick Off
Last week marked the launch of the highly anticipated ITC Group Coaching Sessions at BongoHive, a hub dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Zambia. This initiative, in collaboration with the International Trade Centre (ITC), is designed to equip entry-level …